17 Illustrator jobs in the United Kingdom

Illustrator (Marketing)

Industry: Designer toys and collectible pieces

Location: Canary Wharf, London

Job type: Full time Permanent

About POP MART

Founded in 2010, POP MART is a market-leading entertainment company and a global champion of designer toy culture. Through global artist development, IP operations, and designer toy culture evangelism, we have built an integrated platform covering the entire designer toy value chain. Besides our original and iconic IPs such as Molly, Hirono, SKULLPANDA, and LABUBU, POP MART collaborates with top-tier toys and lifestyle brands including Disney, Universal Studios, and Sanrio to create collectible art toys featuring their iconic characters.

POP MART has established a strong presence across key European markets, including the UK, France, Italy, Netherlands, Germany and Spain. As part of our strategic growth initiatives, we are focused on expanding our retail network into additional high-potential markets across Europe, continuing to strengthen our brand's position in the region.

For more information, please visit and our LinkedIn Career page.

What to Expect

POP MART is a boutique-sized company with a young and multicultural team where you can expect to:

• Work within a multicultural, collaborative, and dynamic team environment

• Engage with innovative IP and collectible products

• Benefit from structured professional training and career development

• Be actively involved in exciting growth projects across Europe

Benefits

POP MART offers our employees:

• Selected POP MART toys as appreciation gifts every month

• A structured bonus scheme in line with the company’s and the individual’s performance

• Comprehensive training and development programs

• Regular team social events

• Paid rest breaks

The Role and Candidate

We are seeking a talented and versatile Illustrator to join our creative marketing team. This role is essential in visually expressing POP MART’s diverse IP portfolio through compelling illustrations for both digital and physical media. The ideal candidate is highly creative, adaptable across artistic styles, and dedicated to delivering high-quality visuals aligned with various brand identities.

Responsibilities

• Design visual assets across digital and offline channels including campaign key visuals, social media content, event signage, packaging, and in-store graphics

• Collaborate with the Event and Content Marketing teams to support retail campaigns, product launches, pop-up activations, and exhibitions

• Localise global design materials for the European market while maintaining brand consistency

• Contribute to the development of creative concepts, mood boards, and branding materials for seasonal or thematic campaigns

• Prepare final artwork for print and digital use, ensuring high standards of visual quality and accuracy

• Work with external vendors or printers to ensure production quality and on-time delivery

• Support cross-functional teams with ad-hoc design needs, such as internal documents or presentations

• Maintain a clear and organised archive of design files and templates

Required Qualifications

• 2–3 years of proven experience in commercial illustration

• Proficiency in softwares including Procreate, Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator

• Strong portfolio demonstrating versatility across various styles and commercial projects

• Experience collaborating on IP or licensed content

• Excellent time management skills with the ability to thrive under tight deadlines

• Fluent in English with effective communication and collaborative skills

Desirable but Not Essential

• Experience in motion graphics, animation, or character design

• Familiarity with multilingual content or ability to navigate language barriers in creative execution

Your Application

If the opportunity sounds interesting to you, please apply with your updated CV via “Apply Now” or email to

We are on the hunt for a talented, lead illustrator and designer to join our client a growing, award-winning storytelling agency based in the South Yorkshire area. They work mainly remotely with one day in the office. Their clientele spans the Educational, Government, and Public sectors.

About the Role

We now have an incredible opportunity for a Lead Illustrator with live scribing, illustration and graphic design skills and a flair for building collaborative relationships, communicating complexity clearly through visuals and the ability to bring stories to life for their clients. The purpose of this role will be to lead the design team, create illustrations (both live at events and in the studio), infographics, reports, project brands and animation assets that tell the story of cutting-edge research through pictures. You’ll also be hands on throughout the process, co-designing outputs with clients and research participants to change the world.

Responsibilities

• Leading illustration and design projects, working collaboratively with the team, clients and freelance illustrators and designers to tell stories for social good, and build the brand.
• Line management, coaching and development of the design team to bring the best out of them to serve our clients with incredible work.
• Part of the Leadership team to drive the direction and future of our business along with your peers.
• Developing and maintaining design pipelines, tools, and workflows to optimise efficiency and quality.
• Staying up to date with the latest industry trends, techniques, and software to continuously enhance the quality and creativity of our work.
• Participating in client meetings and presentations, effectively communicating and pitching concepts and ideas.
• You’ll get your hands all over designing infographics, illustrations, illustrated reports, social media images, branding, websites and animation assets for client projects and marketing material for the agency.
• You’ll be co-designing visual outputs with clients and research participants from diverse backgrounds, considering their feedback and ideas at each stage of the design process.
• You’ll be live scribing (illustrations that happen live) at events across the UK and internationally.

Qualifications

• A Graphic Design/Illustration graduate or graduate in an associated subject, with a minimum of 5 years' relevant experience.
• Have a portfolio that demonstrates the ability to communicate complicated ideas simply and beautifully.

Required Skills

• A self-starter who shows initiative and has incredible inter-personal and communication skills - to understand our clients and work in our team you’ll need to connect deeply with them!
• A quick thinker, able to work in a fast-paced and agile environment and communicate complicated ideas quickly and visually.
• A curious mindset and a creative problem solver who cuts through complexity with sharp visual thinking skills.
• Ability to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects, people and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Live scribing experience preferred but not essential.
• A hand drawn style aesthetic and skill for live scribing, sketch notes and infographics.
• Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and a wizard with an Apple Pencil, iPad and Procreate.
• Web design experience and animation experience also a plus.
• A hand drawn style aesthetic and skill for live scribing, sketch notes and infographics.
• Web design experience and animation experience also a plus.

Please send CV and portfolio stating your salary expectations.

**Job Description**
At Boeing, we innovate and collaborate to make the world a better place. We're committed to fostering an environment for every teammate that's welcoming, respectful and inclusive, with great opportunity for professional growth. Find your future with us.
**Boeing** **Commercial Aviation Services Europe Limited** is looking for a Technical/Aerospace/Engineering graduate with an aptitude or interest in Technical Illustrations or a person with similar work experience to fulfill the role of **Entry level Technical Illustrator** within our Maintenance Engineering team.
The candidate will have an ability to conceptualize and create both general and detailed illustration views that support a wide variety of technical data products.
**Hiring details:**
+ This requisition is for a locally hired position in Welwyn Garden City. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing U.S. based payroll.
+ This position is hybrid. This means that the selected candidate will be required to perform some work onsite at one of the listed location options. This is at the hiring team's discretion and could potentially change in the future.
**Position Responsibilities:**
+ Conducting research and analysis of engineering data, designing changes and other data sources to create Illustrations to a high-quality standard
+ Creating isometric, orthographic and perspective illustrations, wiring diagrams, and schematics for technical data products
+ Ensuring product compliance with organizational standards and specifications
+ Collaborating with other Illustrators and authoring teams to ensure the end product is what is required
**Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/Experience):**
+ Ability to use the following software: Isodraw, Adobe Illustrator, Autocad, and/or Photoshop, or equivalents
**Full training in the use of the software and processes required will be given to the selected candidate.**
If available - we would like to see some examples of Illustration work from previous roles.
**The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial and social well-being. Here's a snapshot of what we offer:**
+ Competitive salary and annual incentive plans
+ Continuous learning - you'll develop the approach and skills to navigate whatever comes next
+ Success as defined by you - we'll provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way
+ Diverse and inclusive culture - you'll be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs
+ Excellent Adoption and Parental leave options
+ 25 days plus UK public holidays
+ Pension Plan with up to 10% employer contribution
+ Company paid BUPA Medical Plan
+ Short Term Sickness: 100% pay for the first 26 weeks
+ Long Term Sickness: 66.67% of annual salary from 27th week
+ 6x annual salary life insurance
+ Learning Together Programme to support your on-going personal and career development
+ Access to Boeing's Well Being Programs, tool and incentives
Applications for this position will be accepted until **Nov. 05, 2025**
**Export Control Requirements:** This is not an Export Control position.
**Relocation**
Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.
**Visa Sponsorship**
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.
**Shift**
Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)
**Equal Opportunity Employer:**
We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not accept unlawful discrimination in our recruitment or employment practices on any grounds including but not limited to; race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military and veteran status, or other characteristics covered by applicable law.
We have teams in more than 65 countries, and each person plays a role in helping us become one of the world's most innovative, diverse and inclusive companies. We are a Disability Confident Committed employer and welcome applications from candidates with disabilities. Applicants are encouraged to share with our recruitment team any accommodations required during the recruitment process. Accommodations may include but are not limited to: conducting interviews in accessible locations that accommodate mobility needs, encouraging candidates to bring and use any existing assistive technology such as screen readers and offering flexible interview formats such as virtual or phone interviews.
Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

An exciting opportunity for a talented Senior Visual Effects Artist has arisen at a prestigious animation and visual effects studio based in Newcastle upon Tyne, Tyne and Wear, UK . We are looking for a creative and technically skilled individual to join our dynamic team and contribute to high-profile film and television projects. As a Senior VFX Artist, you will be responsible for creating stunning visual effects, from concept to final compositing, employing a wide range of industry-standard software and techniques. Your work will involve asset creation, particle effects, simulations, lighting, rendering, and compositing, bringing imaginative worlds and characters to life. You will collaborate closely with directors, art directors, and other artists to achieve the desired artistic vision, ensuring seamless integration of visual effects into live-action footage. The ideal candidate will possess a strong portfolio showcasing exceptional artistic talent, technical proficiency, and a deep understanding of cinematic storytelling. You should be adept at problem-solving, efficient in your workflow, and capable of mentoring junior artists. Experience with industry-standard VFX software such as Maya, Houdini, Nuke, After Effects, and renderers like V-Ray or Arnold is essential. We value creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to work under pressure within tight deadlines. This is an on-site position, fostering a collaborative environment where ideas can be shared and executed effectively. You will have the opportunity to work on diverse projects, pushing creative boundaries and honing your skills in a supportive and innovative studio setting. The successful applicant will be passionate about visual effects, dedicated to artistic excellence, and eager to contribute to the cutting edge of digital artistry. You will be an integral part of the creative process, helping to shape the visual landscape of compelling narrative content. This role offers a competitive salary, excellent benefits, and the chance to be part of a renowned creative team.

Responsibilities:

• Create high-quality visual effects for film and television projects.
• Design and implement complex 3D elements, simulations, and compositing shots.
• Collaborate with directors and art departments to achieve creative goals.
• Mentor and guide junior VFX artists, providing technical and artistic feedback.
• Troubleshoot technical issues and optimize workflows for efficiency.
• Ensure the seamless integration of VFX elements into live-action footage.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest VFX software and techniques.
• Manage shot progression and deliver work to specified deadlines.
• Contribute to the artistic direction and technical execution of projects.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as a Senior Visual Effects Artist or similar role.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in 2D and 3D VFX.
• Proficiency in industry-standard VFX software (e.g., Maya, Houdini, Nuke, After Effects).
• Experience with particle systems, simulations, and rendering.
• Excellent understanding of composition, lighting, and color theory.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Passion for film, animation, and visual storytelling.

Join our creative hub and bring stories to life!

**Work Schedule**
Standard (Mon-Fri)
**Environmental Conditions**
Office
**Job Description**
**Job Title: Creative Design Technician**
**Location: Horsham- hybrid**
**Position Summary** :
Part of the Engineering function, the Creative Design Technician will provide the required CAD technical support and drawings to Client Services, Packaging Operations, Distribution and Business Development. This will involve 3D concept designs for quotations, tool designs, packaging and kit design, manufacturing drawings for suppliers, and producing instructional drawings for operations. Ability to turn designs and drawings into animations, for clients, sales and business development. Focus on continuous improvement & innovation in conjunction with the engineering team. Day to day project management in technical drawing completion.
**Responsibilities:**
The role carries responsibility for the support in the engineering department of "innovative" technology to support the Manufacturing process development.
+ Packaging and tool design, sample ordering and project management
+ Ensuring the design of printed packaging components are fit for purpose, meet client expectation, whilst providing maximum efficiency & regulatory requirements
+ Maintain awareness of current applicable regulations and technical advances within a GxP environment
+ Maintain awareness of current process improvements at other Thermofisher locations
+ Assist with department and inter-departmental cross training in best practice
+ Provide technical and visual communications across the company as requested (Animations, presentations, banners and posters)
+ Maintain technical knowledge through continuous professional development
+ Occasional requirement to present design concepts to clients, both internal and external.
**Minimum Requirements/Qualifications:**
The ideal candidate will have a background within engineering in the pharmaceutical industry.
+ Relevant experience of GxP and clinical trial packaging
+ Able to analyse problems and define solutions
+ Ability to produce innovative design solutions
+ Able to work under pressure and to support others within the team
**Job Specific Software Proficiencies:**
+ Autodesk Inventor 3D (certified user)
+ AutoCAD LT
+ Autodesk Vault Professional
+ 3DS Max
+ Adobe Creative Suite: Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat
+ General Microsoft proficiencies; Excel, Word, Powerpoint
Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

About Moonbug Entertainment

Thank you for considering the Creative Lead, Brand Marketing role with Moonbug Entertainment, an award-winning global entertainment company inspiring kids everywhere to laugh, learn and grow.  The company is behind some of the biggest kids’ entertainment brands in the world including CoComelon and Blippi. Moonbug believes every child should have access to our entertaining and enriching content, which is why our shows are available on more than 150 video platforms globally including Netflix, Disney+, BBC iPlayer and YouTube Kids. Moonbug is also a global leader in pre-school music and audio experiences, available on 100+ audio platforms globally. Moonbug brands extend far beyond the screen to include streaming music, toys, games, books, live events, and even theme park exhibits.  

Moonbug is part of Candle Media, an independent, creator-friendly home for cutting-edge, high-quality, category-defining brands and franchises. By bringing together elite talent operating at the intersection of content, community, and commerce, it helps to position leading entertainment businesses for accelerated, sustainable growth in the current market and beyond. 

Description

Amazon is looking for a talented and experienced designer to join our Fuse Worldwide Marketing team. As an Amazon designer, you will play a crucial role in shaping our third-party (3P) partner marketing creative strategy and execution to ensure Amazonu2019s services (e.g. Prime, Prime Video) are best represented in the 3P channel to drive Amazon customer growth and engagement.



This includes managing asset design and supporting creative solutions that enable hundreds of 3P partners worldwide to effectively and efficiently promote Amazon offers in their marketing channels. While this is a centralized role, you will support all regions, inclusive of ensuring proper localizations and regional relevance.



Key job responsibilities

Liaise with Amazon brand teams and manage 3P brand guidelines and extension of logos, fonts, icons and assets. Ensure 3P use cases and partner/regional needs are accounted for and that we are compliant with Amazon brands at all times.

Adapt Amazon assets for different partner channels, including Amazonu2019s biggest marketing priorities globally and regionally, to reflect unique customer journey stages and levels of awareness to drive intended action.

Develop versatile, easy-to-use templates that partners can customize for their specific content needs across various marketing channels.

Support strategic partner campaign needs, ensuring an understanding of the partner, their goals and brand/design requirements.

Work with technical and marketing product teams to implement automation in design processes, and apply toward template/design approach for maximum scalability and partner self-serve design.

Monitor, analyze and optimize partner-used designs, and recommend/manage creative and a/b testing opportunities routinely

Support internal and external partner event needs such as presentations, pitch decks, signage and collateral.



About the team

Imagine being part of an agile team, where your ideas and contributions impact millions.



Fuse is a partnership arm of Amazon that operates in more than 50 countries to bring Amazon memberships and services, such as Prime and Prime Video, to more customers through third-party partners, including leading mobile operators, financial services, and other industries worldwide. Fuse Worldwide Marketing enables partners to execute exciting campaigns, for their Amazon offerings that drive customer growth and value for their business and Amazon.



Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree

- Experience in driving compelling creative strategy and execution at an agency or in-house creative team

- Experience creating brand guidelines

- Significant design experience required

- Experience developing digital campaigns for O&O channels that have global scale

- Proficiency in design tools like InDesign, Photoshop, Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud, Sketch, etc.

- Understanding of scalable design systems, automation tools and processes

- Ability to communicate effectively to leadership and managing multiple projects and meeting aggressive deadlines

- Experience working cross-functionally with research, product and marketing to ensure customer-relevant creative executions

Preferred Qualifications

- MBA

- Experience managing AI and automation creative tools

- Deep understanding of user-centered design principles

- Experience in partnerships, and specifically mobile and telecommunications industries

- Strong video and animation skills



Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.



Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.



Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

Description

Amazon is looking for a talented and experienced designer to join our Fuse Worldwide Marketing team. As an Amazon designer, you will play a crucial role in shaping our third-party (3P) partner marketing creative strategy and execution to ensure Amazonu2019s services (e.g. Prime, Prime Video) are best represented in the 3P channel to drive Amazon customer growth and engagement.



This includes managing asset design and supporting creative solutions that enable hundreds of 3P partners worldwide to effectively and efficiently promote Amazon offers in their marketing channels. While this is a centralized role, you will support all regions, inclusive of ensuring proper localizations and regional relevance.



Key job responsibilities

Liaise with Amazon brand teams and manage 3P brand guidelines and extension of logos, fonts, icons and assets. Ensure 3P use cases and partner/regional needs are accounted for and that we are compliant with Amazon brands at all times.

Adapt Amazon assets for different partner channels, including Amazonu2019s biggest marketing priorities globally and regionally, to reflect unique customer journey stages and levels of awareness to drive intended action.

Develop versatile, easy-to-use templates that partners can customize for their specific content needs across various marketing channels.

Support strategic partner campaign needs, ensuring an understanding of the partner, their goals and brand/design requirements.

Work with technical and marketing product teams to implement automation in design processes, and apply toward template/design approach for maximum scalability and partner self-serve design.

Monitor, analyze and optimize partner-used designs, and recommend/manage creative and a/b testing opportunities routinely

Support internal and external partner event needs such as presentations, pitch decks, signage and collateral.



About the team

Imagine being part of an agile team, where your ideas and contributions impact millions.



Fuse is a partnership arm of Amazon that operates in more than 50 countries to bring Amazon memberships and services, such as Prime and Prime Video, to more customers through third-party partners, including leading mobile operators, financial services, and other industries worldwide. Fuse Worldwide Marketing enables partners to execute exciting campaigns, for their Amazon offerings that drive customer growth and value for their business and Amazon.



Basic Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree

- Experience in driving compelling creative strategy and execution at an agency or in-house creative team

- Experience creating brand guidelines

- Significant design experience required

- Experience developing digital campaigns for O&O channels that have global scale

- Proficiency in design tools like InDesign, Photoshop, Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud, Sketch, etc.

- Understanding of scalable design systems, automation tools and processes

- Ability to communicate effectively to leadership and managing multiple projects and meeting aggressive deadlines

- Experience working cross-functionally with research, product and marketing to ensure customer-relevant creative executions

Preferred Qualifications

- MBA

- Experience managing AI and automation creative tools

- Deep understanding of user-centered design principles

- Experience in partnerships, and specifically mobile and telecommunications industries

- Strong video and animation skills



Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice ( ) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.



Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.



Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit for more information. If the country/region youu2019re applying in isnu2019t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.

A luxury beauty brand is looking for an experienced Head of Design and Creative to be based in London.

The Role

As Head of Design & Creative, you’ll lead a talented in-house studio, blending visionary art direction with efficient project management. From packaging to digital, retail to campaigns, you’ll oversee the entire creative output – ensuring it’s not only on brand, but inspiring and effective.

Key responsibilities include:

• Managing the full creative pipeline to deliver projects on time and to brief
• Leading weekly production meetings and overseeing traffic across design, copy and content
• Collaborating with internal teams to develop briefs and asset plans
• Directing seasonal campaign photoshoots and ensuring consistency across all visual assets
• Approving final designs and maintaining a high bar for brand quality
• Leading and mentoring a studio team of designers, artworkers, and freelancers
• Partnering with external creatives, agencies and production teams
• Owning and evolving brand guidelines across all touchpoints
• Creating effective launch toolkits and on-brand copy
• Ensuring cohesive storytelling across packaging, digital, retail and social media

Sound like you?

You’re an experienced creative leader who thrives on balancing hands-on design work with operational oversight. You’ve worked in beauty, fashion or lifestyle, and know how to keep multiple projects flowing while pushing boundaries creatively. You bring:

• Proven experience managing a busy in-house studio
• A luxury or high-end brand background, ideally in beauty
• Strong Adobe Creative Suite, Figma and project management tool proficiency
• A flair for copywriting and a sharp eye for tone of voice
• Excellent stakeholder management and time prioritisation
• Passion for mentoring and building strong, collaborative teams
• A flexible, ‘make it happen’ mindset that embraces evolving priorities